What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community ASL Services Coordinator position at The Learning Center for the Deaf Inc?
Description
Communication Access and Services
Hourly/Non-Exempt
12-Month Position
Part-Time or Full-Time
Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00
ASL Fluency Required
$1,500 Sign-on Bonus
Housing Resources Available
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits Options Include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employer-Matching 403(b), Generous Time Off Benefits, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care, and more!
TLC Diversity Statement
The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong
About ASL Program
TLC offers dynamic and engaging Community ASL Classes led by instructors who are Deaf and/or fluent ASL users. Our classes are small and encourage full participation in a fun and conversational setting. To learn more, click here.
About TLC: The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click here.
For our Mission, click here.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will coordinate, evaluate, and teach ASL classes for the TLC community. We are home to two schools (Marie Philip and Walden) serving deaf and hard of hearing students in a bilingual/bicultural setting -- in both a day and residential setting. We also offer a range of community-based services that benefit deaf and hard of hearing children, adults, and their families. This position aims to build a robust, in-house ASL class program. Community ASL classes are among our many avenues in reducing systemic barriers to serving our own and other deaf students, families, and staff in a fully linguistically accessible, culturally competent manner. Successful implantation of this work should produce an increased value in the perspectives, identities, communication, and contribution of ASL and Deaf Culture, and strengthen the impact of ASL acquisition to counter language deprivation among deaf and hard of hearing children in our communities.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage class instructors and their assignments in a timely manner by using the scheduling platform.
Work closely with the TLC Advancement Office marketing and communications needs.
Provide Assessments, Ratings, and Observations, including Community, Families, or Staff, in addition to identifying support ASL needs and any additional requests..
Provide Assessments, Ratings, and Observations
Collaborate with The Learning Center Equity and Inclusion Office to coordinate screening, mentoring, tutoring, internship, and additional support to improve language use.
Participate in collaborative initiatives to enhance language development and training within TLC and through external partnerships.
Attend In-Service and staff development activities, as appropriate.
Teach ASL classes at least 50% of scheduled hours.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor.
Requirements
- Five years of experience teaching ASL or a bachelor’s degree in American Sign Language, Deaf Education, ASL Linguistics, or related field
- Native or Near-Native fluency in American Sign Language required
- Possess, or be willing to obtain within one year, a score of Superior or Superior Plus on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) or a score of ASLPI 4 or above on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI)
- Documented formal training in using Sign Naturally or True Way ASL Curriculum, or demonstrated ability to teach ASL using the curriculum
- Strong Computer and Office skills (Strong G Suite/Google)
- Proficiency in written English skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented and ability to effectively handle multiple projects
Salary : $25 - $35
